Using TED Talks effectively in
the classroom
Keynote and TED: An introduction to the partnership
Victoria Taylor
December 2015
What is TED?
What is TED?
� TED stands for Technology,
Entertainment and Design
� A non-profit organisation
with a goal of spreading
ideas
� Short, powerful talks – 18
minutes or less
�Easily accessible
�It’s contemporary and cutting-edge
�Interesting and wide-ranging topics
�Inspiring speakers that engage learners
�Great models for speaking
�Real and relevant
�Authentic listening
Why TED for ELT?
How can TED Talks be used effectively in
the classroom?
� Authentic Listening
� Vocabulary in Context
� Critical Thinking
� Presentation Skills
How can TED Talks be used effectively in
the classroom?
Authentic Listening
How can TED Talks be used effectively in
the classroom?
Vocabulary in Context
How can TED Talks be used effectively in
the classroom?
Critical Thinking
How can TED Talks be used effectively in
the classroom?
Presentation Skills
How can TED Talks be used effectively in
the classroom?
Authentic Listening
Vocabulary in Context
Critical Thinking
Presentation Skills
NGL and TED
Keynote World English,
Second Edition21st Century
Reading